October is the Perfect Festival Month

Fall is the perfect time to get outside! Enjoy these fabulous local events and get everything Fall and PSL that you could ever want.

Our area has an event for whatever you are in the mood for- a kids’ tech event, a day date at a beer festival, wagon rides through the orchard, blues festival, food trucks and more! Get out those leather booties, your favorite scarf paired with your favorite ellelauri sweater and jeans, and you’re all set. #sweaterweather

Autumn’s Colors at Longwood GardensOct. 4 – Nov. 18, Kennett SquareCoinciding with its annual Chrysanthemum Festival, Autumn’s Colors showcases the hues of the season. Take a walk in the meadow, explore the many mums or see the final performances in the Main Fountain Garden for the year.

KoP Beerfest Royal

KOP Beerfest RoyaleOct. 4 (Donnerstag) & 6 (Beer Sessions), King of PrussiaNow in its seventh year, the KOP Beerfest Royale will have more than 100 craft and international beers, local restaurants and live music.

Chester County Day House TourOct. 6, Chester CountyNow in its 78th year, the Chester County Day House Tour will explore 16 homes, plus six public landmarks in northeastern Chester County, all in benefit of Chester County Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Light the Night WalkOct. 13, WayneHead to Wilson Farm Park to help raise funds and awareness for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at its annual Light the Night Walk.

Turn5’s Kids Tech Exploration DayOct. 13, PaoliEcommerce company Turn5 hosts a free day of hands-on science and tech demonstrations for children ages 7-13 at its Paoli campus.

16th Annual Chili Cook OffOct. 14, West ChesterGet spicy! Sample a plethora of chili at the 16th Annual Chili Cook Off, which benefits the Rotary Club of West Chester.

18th Annual Buddy Walk and Family Run and Fun DayOct. 14, West GoshenHosted by the Chester County Down Syndrome Interest Group, participants can walk or run a 5k and then stick around for family-friendly activities including food, music and an auction.

Chester County Beer GardenOct. 14, MalvernFor $35, visitors get unlimited refills during the inaugural Chester County Beer Garden, which features 10 local breweries, plus live music and food trucks.

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Dilworthtown Inn Wine FestivalOct. 14, West ChesterOver 100 wines, craft beers and hard ciders will be available to taste at the Dilworthtown Inn Wine Festival, which benefits Neighborhood Health and the Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital.

Women, Wine, and TechOct. 17, WayneEvolve IP and techaWare will host Women, Wine, and Tech to provide local women in the tech industry insight and networking.

Chestnut Hill Witches & Wizards FestivalOct. 19-20, Chestnut HillChestnut Hill’s annual Harry Potter-themed festival might have a new name, but visitors can still expect loads of magical fun. From the Brews & Broomsticks Pub Crawl to the 9th annual Brotherly Love Cup Quidditch Tournament, this action-packed weekend is a great way to get into the Halloween spirit.

TASTE! PhiladelphiaOct. 19-21, King of PrussiaTASTE! Philadelphia brings together some of the area’s finest gourmet restaurants and chefs at the Valley Forge Casino Resort. Attendees must be 21 and over.